The U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized changes to the rules aimed at Hanwha Q CELLS Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., related to the trade of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from China. These changes allow new wafer suppliers, identified by Hanwha, to be included in trade certifications. This decision means that solar cells or modules from Malaysia that entered the U.S. since May 6, 2024, can be considered under these altered certification standards, allowing Hanwha to avoid penalties related to previous antidumping and countervailing duty orders. The amendments intend to adjust the trade certifications to better reflect the supply chain complexities in producing these solar cells.
Simple Explanation
The government said that a company in Malaysia can now use more parts from certain factories in China to make solar panels without getting in trouble for using those parts.